Creating quality theatre for young people since 2004
David Mamet's Faustus is a modern retelling of the classic legend where a renowned 20th-century philosopher and scientist makes a desperate pact with a mysterious magician, Magus, to wager his family's life on the validity of his scientific discoveries. Instead of trading his soul for knowledge like in traditional versions, Mamet's Faustus risks his loved ones to prove the ultimate truth of his mathematical equation for periodicity. The play explores the clash between intellectual pride, the love for his family, and the potential for both profound truth and devastating ruin.
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The Protagonist: Mamet's Faustus is a famous but flawed philosopher who has dedicated his life to finding a mathematical equation that explains the universe.
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The Conflict: He makes a reckless wager with Magus, a magician, wagering his family's life on the truth of his equation, which he believes will be a monumental scientific achievement.
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The Central Themes: The play delves into the conflict between the pursuit of knowledge and the love for one's family. It explores how intellectual pride can lead to devastating consequences, and it examines the nature of life, reason, and folly.
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Mamet's Style: Mamet's version is known for its distinctive style, blending philosophical ideas with the fast-paced, vernacular language typical of his work. It is described as both caustic and heart-wrenching
Cast List
Faustus - John Hutchinson
Wife - Jillian Davison
Friend - Cai McClure
Magus - Michael J. Thomas
Child - Katelyn West
Audition Information
What to Expect When You Audition for The Holdcraft Players:
Audition: People aged 18 or over (as of audition) may participate. No experience is necessary. Actors are cast based on their ability and suitability for the roles.
Actors should come to auditions with completed audition registration forms. The forms are available online and at the audition.
Those auditioning should come prepared to have fun. They should wear attire appropriate to movement. The director may ask for a prepaired monolog or cold readings. For musicals, dance shoes, character shoes and sneakers are acceptable, but no open toed shoes, flip flops, or bare feet.
Time commitment: Participating in a production is a big-time commitment. Be sure you are prepared to commit to all rehearsals and mandatory dates before you audition.